Shevlin Center

Shevlin Center is an industrial area located on the site previously owned by the Shevlin-Hixon mill. It’s home to a variety of corporate headquarters, manufacturers, high-tech firms, banks, medical facilities and more.

Community Facts

Year Opened:

1981

Current Status:

Built out

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Shevlin Center

Opportunities and Challenges

Shevlin Center is located on land that formerly housed operations from the old Shevlin-Hixon mill, acquired by Brooks Resources in 1950. For many years, the property was fenced and closed off to the public. Several uses were considered by Brooks Resources, but given the original industrial zoning , the company decided to preserve the heritage of the land and use it for that purpose.

At the time, there was a shortage of industrial, commercial and employment land, creating an opportunity for Brooks Resources and the City to help solve a critical need.

The Approach

Brooks Resources opened access to the property by building the Colorado Bridge and Colorado Avenue through the property. The company built a variety of large and small lots that could accommodate different industries and companies.

The Results

Today, Shevlin Center is home to several well-known corporate headquarters including Deschutes Brewery and Nosler, as well as a diverse array of commercial offices such as banks, high-tech firms and medical facilities. Its picturesque location near the Deschutes River gives employees of the various companies the opportunity to walk the River Trail during lunch. Colorado Avenue is today an important and highly used corridor for vehicular and pedestrian traffic. The Bend Parks & Recreation District’s new whitewater park and the new Pavilion skating rink are popular attractions and amenities for Central Oregon residents and tourists.

Property Owner Resources

For questions about Shevlin Center owners’ association, contact Community Alliance at 541-771-1390, by email, or visit their website.

For questions about architectural standards and the building process, contact the Owner Relations Department at Brooks Resources Corporation, 541-382-1662, or send an email.